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The streets of Abuja saw a wave of unity and resolve on Thursday as primary school teachers and Area Council workers took part in a peaceful protest, demanding better treatment and immediate action on long-standing issues. The demonstration was organized under the joint banner of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE).
Clad in union colors, the protestors marched through parts of the capital, holding up placards that called for fair wages, improved working conditions, and an end to administrative neglect. Their message was loud and clear: “We’ve waited long enough.”
According to union leaders, the protest didn’t come out of the blue. It was the result of months—some say years—of unheeded complaints and unfulfilled promises. Salary arrears, lack of promotions, poor infrastructure in schools, and dwindling welfare support were just a few of the grievances voiced during the march.
“This protest is not about politics—it’s about survival, dignity, and justice,” said one NUT official. “Our members are the ones educating the next generation and keeping local governance running. All we’re asking for is fairness.”
Despite the passionate turnout, the protest remained peaceful. Security personnel monitored the march to ensure order, and the demonstrators were careful to avoid any disruption to traffic or public activities.
The unions have hinted that if authorities continue to ignore their demands, this peaceful march could just be the beginning of a broader campaign.
As one placard read: “When you neglect the teachers and workers, you weaken the future.”
